#PakvsEng: Why #BabarAzam Shouldn’t Have Been Dropped

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The decision to drop #BabarAzam in the middle of the #PAKvsENG series has received mixed reactions. Here’s a look at three reasons why he shouldn’t have been sidelined from the home three-match Test series.

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Since making his international debut in 2015, Babar has not only captained Pakistan but also played a key role in numerous memorable victories. There is no denying that he has served the country well, and therefore, he deserved support from the selectors during his brief slump in form.

While the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) may not have made the right decision by dropping him abruptly, the board deserves credit for issuing a respectful statement that, at the very least, did not seek to embarrass the former captain.

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#BabarAzam Stood A Better Chance Of Scoring Runs During The Ongoing #PakvsEng Test Series

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Babar’s best chance to regain form was expected to be during a home series. Therefore, it would have made more sense to continue playing the 30-year-old and, if necessary, rest him for the upcoming series in Australia had he failed to perform.

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Pakistan’s Best Player

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It’s often said that you make a brand ambassador out of your best players and leverage their name to gain profits. Babar is currently Pakistan’s top cricketer, so sidelining him is similar to risking the reputation of your brand ambassador.